Crystal Epstein, NP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Epstein Nurse Practitioner
1013320092Is Crystal Epstein, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Crystal Epstein, NP has a trust score of 77/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Durham. With 12 years of practice (above the local average of 10), they have solid experience.
The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Epstein's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a psych/mental health nurse practitioner?
Psychiatric-mental health NPs (PMHNPs) diagnose and treat mental health conditions, including medication management and therapy.
When to see one: For depression, anxiety, ADHD, or psychiatric medication management.
More about psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioners →Trust Verification
- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Nurse practitioners in Durham, NC
Durham has 1116 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 10 years in practice, and 99 focused on psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner. North Carolina nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
12
Years practicing
10
Avg in Durham
1116
Nurse Practitioners in Durham
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Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Epstein's license is active and unrestricted with the North Carolina board of nursing (link on this page).
- Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
- Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
- Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.
Frequently asked questions
Is Crystal Epstein, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Crystal Epstein, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1013320092) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the North Carolina Board of Nursing — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Crystal Epstein, NP?
Crystal Epstein, NP has approximately 12 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Durham has about 10 years. There are 1116 nurse practitioners in Durham, including 99 with a psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Crystal Epstein, NP located?
Crystal Epstein, NP practices at Epstein Nurse Practitioner, 4220 APEX HWY STE 200, Durham, NC 27713. Phone: (916) 576-7893.
Related reading
Choosing a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
PMHNPs are a growing option for mental-health medication management.
Can Nurse Practitioners Prescribe Medication?
In most states NPs can prescribe, including many controlled substances.
How to Verify an NP's License
Confirming an active license and clean record is a smart first step.
Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Epstein's current standing at the source:
Look up on the state boardWe link to the official board rather than republishing discipline records, so you always see the most current, authoritative status.
Quick Facts
- Focus
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Credential
- NP
- Gender
- Female
- NPI Since
- 06/06/2014